Okay, time for my next projection. This time, it's all 7 of the major "team sports" all at once. This may or may not be the final projection of the games, as I currently have no database for Athletics, and I'm not sure if I can get it built in the next week before Athletics competitions start. We'll see. Regardless, you will notice that this data table is set up a bit differently than the others. Here it is! First off, a word about the projections. World Rankings looks at who is likely to win a medal based on the current team rankings in that sport. (The International Handball Federation does not currently keep rankings for its member organizations) The Historical Precedent projection looks at the results of the previous Olympics and any world championships/world cups in that sport that have taken place since then and averages them. GFG A is basically a look at the top 3 teams according to the algorithm my program (Going for Gold) uses, which also takes into account past results. I did not use the GFG B projection (which runs an actual sim using my game) because I know that my team sports are very broken right now and are not simming anywhere close to accurately. Now, a few thoughts about the projections: -A few of these are sort of obvious. For example, any projection that doesn't predict the USA to win both men's and women's basketball is clearly broken. Does that mean they will? Of course not. But every bit of data shows that that is what SHOULD happen. (US Women, if they win, will get their 8th consecutive gold medal) -What order for Women's 3x3 basketball? All three projections like China, France, and the USA, but in a different order each time -If you're looking for another "sure thing", you would be wise to consider backing Netherlands in the Women's Field Hockey Tournament. -Conversely, there's already a chance that all three models on the men's soccer tournament will be wrong, given that Argentina already lost their first match to Morocco and is going to need to come from behind at this point. (Still doable, obviously) -Speaking of soccer...my projections like the US Women's chances to win, but none of the major tournaments have gone their way in the last four years, and the FIFA ranking doesn't favor them either. I will be keeping an eye on that. -Literally all three projections suggest New Zealand over Australia (with France for Bronze) in the women's Rugby 7s tournament. Is it actually going to go that way, or might France get a bump from playing at home? -None of the volleyball projections agree. I'm not sure what to make of that. Worth keeping an eye on. -I should finish by saying that I tend to think that very short team tournaments like we have in the Olympics can be a bit of a crapshoot, so take all of this data with a grain of salt. It's all likely to be a bit more chaotic than what you see here. Again, possibly one more update in a week or so before the Athletics get going. Enjoy  the games!

The anticipated F1 Manager 2024 has officially launched for PC, bringing new features and improvements that promise to enhance the Formula 1 management simulation experience. Developed by Frontier Developments, F1 Manager 2024 aims to offer players a deeper, more immersive managerial role within the world of Formula 1 racing. Here’s a detailed look at what you can expect from this latest installment. What New Features Does F1 Manager 2024 Offer? Dynamic Weather System: The new dynamic weather system in F1 Manager 2024 accurately simulates changing weather conditions, challenging players to adapt their strategies to rain, temperature shifts, and other atmospheric changes. This feature requires managers to make strategic decisions regarding tire choices and pit stops, reflecting real-world racing conditions. Enhanced AI and Driver Personalities: The game introduces improved AI that showcases more realistic driver behaviors. Each driver has a unique personality, affecting their decision-making and interactions during races. This includes rivalries, on-track aggressiveness, and strategic planning, offering a more nuanced racing experience. Live Race Management Tools: Players can now utilize advanced live race management tools to issue team orders, monitor telemetry data, and make strategic adjustments in real time. This feature allows for greater control over race outcomes, enabling managers to respond dynamically to race developments. Expanded Technical Development: F1 Manager 2024 offers expanded options for technical development, including the ability to design and customize car parts. Players can focus on research and development, balancing short-term performance with long-term improvements to maintain a competitive edge. Historical Scenarios: A new mode, historical scenarios, allows players to relive and manage iconic moments from F1 history. These scenarios provide unique challenges based on real-world events, allowing players to rewrite history by altering strategic decisions. Gameplay Enhancements How Has Gameplay Improved in F1 Manager 2024? Improved Interface and Usability: F1 Manager 2024 features an improved user interface that makes navigation more intuitive. Players can easily access team data, driver statistics, and race analytics, facilitating a smoother managerial experience. Realistic Contract and Negotiation Mechanics: The game now includes more realistic contract negotiations, allowing players to manage driver contracts, sponsor deals, and team staff with increased complexity and strategy. In-depth Team Management: The management of team resources, including budgets, staffing, and facilities, has been deepened, giving players more control over the day-to-day operations of their F1 team. Where Can You Play F1 Manager 2024? Platforms: F1 Manager 2024 is available on PC, with versions also released for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One. This cross-platform availability ensures a wide reach for players of various preferences. System Requirements for PC: To ensure smooth gameplay, the recommended system requirements for F1 Manager 2024 include a Windows 10 operating system, an Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 processor, 16GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GTX 1660 or equivalent graphics card. The game is available on Steam, the Epic Games Store, and other major digital distribution platforms. What Have Developers and Players Said About F1 Manager 2024? Developer Commentary: Frontier Developments has highlighted their commitment to realism and player engagement in F1 Manager 2024, focusing on feedback from the community to refine game mechanics and features. Player Feedback: Early reviews from players indicate a positive reception, with many praising the depth of management options and the enhanced realism provided by the new features. However, some players have noted areas for potential improvement, such as the AI’s consistency in certain scenarios. F1 Manager 2024 is designed to offer an authentic and challenging experience for fans of Formula 1 management games. With its array of new features and gameplay improvements, it aims to capture the intricacies of managing a professional racing team. Whether you are looking to strategize for the next race or delve into the technical aspects of car development, F1 Manager 2024 provides a comprehensive platform to test your managerial skills. Join the conversation about F1 Manager 2024 on reddit The post F1 Manager 2024 PC Release: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on GM Games - Sports General Manager Video Games. View the full article

Okay, time for more projections! Previously, I did a projection for swimming. This time, it's gymnastics. First, the detailed data table, then an explanation of what you can watch for when watching the games! First off, a word about the projections. Recent results looks at who is likely to win a medal based on this year's top gymnastics scores. The historical precedent looks at the amount of medals won at the 2020 Summer Games, 2022 World Championships, and 2023 World Championships and averages them out. GFG A involves using my program to run 3 simulations and finding the top 3 athletes in each sport, then averaging the results. GFG B involves actually running 3 simulations of results with my program and averages the medal results (this is likely going to be the weakest projection in my opinion, but it's the one I am trying to make stronger) Some things I'm looking for with this data: -Are my GFG rankings and ratings any good? Unlike the swimming rankings, my data for Gymnastics is showing many of the top countries being very close together in terms of overall talent level. I don't think that's actually true. Both the real world projections point to strong dominance from USA, Japan, and China in Gymnastics, with other countries usually just getting 1 or 2 medals. Also, my rankings show Germany as being high up in the Gymnastics world, and the real-world data doesn't match that at all. -What's going on with Italy and Brazil? The two real-world projections differ greatly here. Brazil has had lots of success with recent medals, but this year's scores and data show a bleak picture for Brazilian success at the Olympics. Italy, meanwhile, is the exact opposite. This year's scores and data show a medal haul unlike what Italy has seen in Gymnastics in recent memory. Does it actually go that way in Paris? -First time medalists in Gymnastics? Ahmad Abu Al-Soud of Jordan has won medals in Pommel Horse at each of the last two world championships. Mind you, the country of Jordan has never even qualified a gymnast for the Olympic Games, much less won a medal. It will be interesting to see if he can break through. Other reasonable possibilities to get their country's first gymnastics medal are Carlos Yulo of the Phlippines and Kaylia Nemour of Algeria. Obviously, my GFG rankings do not indicate strength from these countries- I hope to be able to model "breakthrough" athletes like this someday. -Obviously, Russia not being invited to the Olympics is going to matter here. Many of the countries that don't usually medal might stand a better chance here because of it -Just how many countries will medal? I think that's probably one of the biggest differences between my game's model and the real-world models. Next update will be a team sports projection which I hope to complete prior to the Opening Ceremonies. After that, I'm not sure what else will happen- maybe Athletics.

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